PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE – SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT

Location: Crewe
Salary: Up to £550 per week
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Are you considering a future career in educational psychology, child therapy or mental health services?
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Crewe is looking for a dedicated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This full-time, term-time role is an ideal opportunity for a psychology graduate to gain valuable, practical experience in a nurturing and supportive school environment.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• A recent Psychology graduate (2:1 or above preferred)
• Passionate about working with children and young people with SEN
• Patient, empathetic, and confident in building strong relationships
• Experience in education, care, or youth work is a plus, but not essential

ROLE OVERVIEW:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Pay: Up to £550 per week
• Contract: Full academic year (with potential for a permanent role)
• Location: Crewe
• Start Date: September 2025

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a range of SEN, including autism, speech and language needs, and emotional regulation challenges
• Assist in implementing personalised learning strategies and behaviour plans
• Work closely with educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and other external professionals
• Support students’ social and emotional development in a structured, caring environment
• Gain practical experience relevant to future postgraduate training or careers in psychology, therapy, or education